A Harmonious Blend of Cultures: Modern West Coast Home with Eastern Influences

Discover a serene, culturally rich home in Vancouver’s Dunbar neighbourhood, blending modern design with nature’s beauty

A Tranquil Home in Vancouver’s Dunbar Neighbourhood

Built in 2022, the house reflects the best of Vancouver’s lifestyle and climate, Image: Ema Peter Photography

Nestled in the quiet, family-oriented Dunbar neighbourhood, this beautiful home redefines contemporary living. Located adjacent to the expansive Pacific Spirit Regional Park, it offers a serene setting that harmonises with nature while embracing modern design. Built in 2022, the house reflects the best of Vancouver’s lifestyle and climate.

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Designed by BLA Design Group, this home embodies West Coast modern architecture with thoughtful nods to its Pacific Northwest surroundings, Image: Ema Peter Photography

West Coast Modern Design Rooted in Nature

Designed by BLA Design Group, this home embodies West Coast modern architecture with thoughtful nods to its Pacific Northwest surroundings. Standing seam metal cladding and naturally stained cedar siding provides durability against Vancouver’s frequent rain while blending with the forested environment.

Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the interiors with natural light, and a cantilevered gable creates a dramatic yet functional entryway, Image: Ema Peter Photography

Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the interiors with natural light, and a cantilevered gable creates a dramatic yet functional entryway. Large sliding glass doors at the rear connect the living spaces with the patio, fostering an effortless indoor-outdoor flow.

A Fusion of Cultures in Every Detail

This residence artfully integrates the family’s heritage into the design. A topographic sculpture of Hangzhou, displayed in the entryway, anchors the home in the family’s roots. Slatted wood walls, reminiscent of traditional Chinese “ping feng” room dividers, create a soothing ambiance while allowing light to flow naturally. Furniture and décor sourced directly from China add elegance and cultural significance to the space.

Slatted wood walls, reminiscent of traditional Chinese “ping feng” room dividers, create a soothing ambiance while allowing light to flow naturally, Image: Ema Peter Photography

Textured Tones That Reflect Vancouver’s Landscape

The home’s interiors are a study in earthy tones, featuring browns, beiges, and greys inspired by Vancouver’s moody skies and lush forests. Warm wood finishes complement the textured materials, creating a cosy, inviting, and sophisticated space.

Warm wood finishes complement the textured materials, creating a cosy, inviting, and sophisticated space, Image: Ema Peter Photography

“The family’s culture and roots are expressed through furniture, interior details, color, and tone,” says BLA Design Group co-founder Jesse Basran.

Collaborative Design for Modern Living

Designing this 380-square-metre, four-bedroom home was a true collaboration. Jerry Liu, co-founder of BLA Design Group, explains, “Significant time was spent with the family to ensure every detail reflected their values and needs.” The result is a thoughtful blend of functionality and aesthetics, offering expansive open spaces and calming areas for refuge.

Significant time was spent with the family to ensure every detail reflected their values and needs, Image: Ema Peter Photography

This home reflects the ease in which architecture can seamlessly merge cultures, elevate everyday living, and embrace the natural beauty of its surroundings.